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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 usually comes at a somewhat lower price and offers powerful performance and a high-refresh-rate display, making it suitable for general use, gaming, and engineering tasks. However, if you're after increased performance for particularly demanding work such as advanced gaming, 3D rendering, or engineering simulations, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H, while generally costing a bit more, offers a more capable GPU and marginally superior display color quality and performance scores. Both have similar battery life and portability, but the 17H's subtle enhancements in performance may justify the extra investment for users with high-performance needs. Keep in mind, both are heavy and not ideal for frequent travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17
- The Gigabyte Aorus 17 has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte Aorus 17H.
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17H
- The Gigabyte Aorus 17H has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte Aorus 17.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.1
8.7
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and Gigabyte Aorus 17 are both very good for gaming and AI, though the Gigabyte Aorus 17H is somewhat better.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17, equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti and a high 360Hz screen refresh rate, provides solid gaming and 3D performance, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H steps it up with an even more powerful Nvidia RTX 4080 for those looking for greater graphical prowess in gaming and 3D applications, though both share the same high screen refresh rate.
Screen Quality
8.0
8.3
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 has a display that offers clear images and bright colors, which is great for everyday tasks and professional design work, but its slower refresh rate can make fast-paced games less smooth. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H, on the other hand, boasts an even better display with higher brightness and resolution, enhancing the clarity and detail for general and engineering use, although it also falls short for gaming due to a less than ideal refresh rate. Both laptops may not fully satisfy gamers or 3D animators who typically rely on quick screen refreshes to keep visuals seamless and responsive.
Cost
$1,700
$2,370
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 has a price of $1,700 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H costs $2,370.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.9/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and Gigabyte Aorus 17 are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 and 17H both offer a high-quality display, substantial RAM, and sizeable storage, making them well-suited for general use; however, the Aorus 17H has a more advanced CPU and better GPU, which could render it superior for more demanding tasks, though both are heavy and have modest battery life, limiting their portability. While the Aorus 17 might appeal for its ample performance and value balance, the 17H, with its enhanced features, would cater to those seeking higher-end performance in their day-to-day computing needs.
Engineering and Design
8.4
8.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and Gigabyte Aorus 17 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 boasts a powerful CPU and a high-quality Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, making it suited for demanding engineering and design tasks; however, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H steps this up with an even more advanced GPU, the Nvidia RTX 4080, paired with a cutting-edge CPU for peak performance in the same applications. Despite these impressive capabilities, both may be less ideal for those who prioritize portability due to their larger size and weight.
Content Creation
8.0
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and Gigabyte Aorus 17 are both very good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.5
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and Gigabyte Aorus 17 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 has 6 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Fair
Poor
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.1in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aorus 17 to have only fair portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 and Gigabyte Aorus 17H both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Gigabyte Aorus 17 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte Aorus 17 | Gigabyte Aorus 17H |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,700 | $2,370 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 10'' x 1.02'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 1.18'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.95 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.7" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 10.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 360Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 267 nits | 351 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.2/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Sascha Mölck | April 2022
"The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is a powerful high-end gaming machine. The Aorus 17 is a potent gaming notebook in a 17.3-inch format designed for FHD gaming at maximum settings. A Core i7-12700H processor and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU make this possible. A lightning-fast PCIe 4 SSD (1 TB) provides the necessary storage space and ensures short loading times. With the Aorus 17 XE4, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded, high-performance gaming notebook."
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Peter Donnell | February 2023
"Overall though, it’s *lots of swearing* fast, seriously. For work, rendering, gaming, it doesn’t matter, this is a true weapon of performance that’s going to run rings around most high-end desktop systems. If you absolutely have to game at ultra-high refresh rates on the go (but within thinking distance of a plug socket), this is the ticket. I can’t see such an extreme being that appealing to everyone, but if you take your gaming seriously, or even professionally, there’s nothing else out there that comes close that you can still fit in your backpack and travel with."
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About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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